A Shot in the Dark
Inspector Jacques Clouseau, smitten with the accused maid Maria Gambrelli, unwittingly turns a straightforward murder investigation into a comedic series of mishaps, testing the patience of his irritable boss Charles Dreyfus as casualties mount.
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A SHOT IN THE DARK (1964) | Clouseau is Taken Off the Case | MGM
A SHOT IN THE DARK (1964) | "I Suspect Everyone" Murder in the Greenhouse | MGM
A SHOT IN THE DARK (1964) | Clouseau & Cato's First Fight Scene | MGM
A SHOT IN THE DARK (1964) | Clouseau Sets Himself on Fire | MGM
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Frequently asked questions about A Shot in the Dark
Where can I watch A Shot in the Dark in the United States?
A Shot in the Dark is available to stream on Artiflix, Fawesome, YouTube Free, and Tubi TV in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch A Shot in the Dark for free?
A Shot in the Dark streams free with ads in the United States on Fawesome, YouTube Free, and Tubi TV. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for A Shot in the Dark?
A Shot in the Dark scores 7.2 on The Movie Database, 7.3 on IMDb, 86% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 76 on Metacritic.
Who stars in A Shot in the Dark?
A Shot in the Dark stars Peter Sellers, Elke Sommer, George Sanders, Herbert Lom, and Graham Stark. Blake Edwards is the director.
How long is A Shot in the Dark?
A Shot in the Dark runs 1h 42m (102 minutes).
When did A Shot in the Dark come out?
A Shot in the Dark was released on June 23, 1964.
Which studio made A Shot in the Dark?
A Shot in the Dark was produced by United Artists and The Mirisch Company in the United Kingdom and the United States.
How much did A Shot in the Dark make at the box office?
A Shot in the Dark grossed $12,368,234 worldwide.
What languages is A Shot in the Dark in?
A Shot in the Dark is in French and English, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.